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Forbes just released its annual list of the highest paid TV actresses, and author and "30 Rock" creator/star Tina Fey shares the number one spot with "Desperate Housewives" star Eva Longoria to the tune of $13 million each.

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Fey's first book, the semi-memoir "Bossypants," sold a healthy 150,000 copies, which contributed to the writer/comedian's rise to the top. Longoria can thank her deals with cosmetics giant L'Oreal and electronics manufacturer LG more than her "Housewives" paycheck.

Second place is a three-way tie, with Longoria's co-star Marcia Cross, "Law & Order: Special Victim's Unit" star Mariska Hargitay, and "CSI" star Marg Helgenberger each coming in with $10 million.